18 Best Shopping in West Queen West, Ossington, and Parkdale, Toronto

This shop, run by the Ontario Crafts Council, stocks an excellent selection of Canadian crafts, including blown glass, fine woodwork, textiles, jewelry, and pottery—from earthy stoneware to contemporary ceramics. There's also a gallery featuring work by artists and craftspeople from around Ontario. Upstairs is the Devil's Workshop, which sells jewelry by local makers and hosts a popular DIY wedding band workshop.

This Canadian chain, frequented by fashionistas in the know, has an impressive selection that includes Paul Smith, Comme des Garçons, and Ami. The collections include menswear and womenswear, but shoes are the specialty, with designers including Church's, Camper, Hunter, rag & bone, Doc Martens, and many more.

Music lovers in the know come here for underground and independent music from Canada, the United States, and beyond. Whether you're a hardcore collector who wants to flip through the new secondhand record arrivals or just a casual fan with a record player, it's a long-running paradise of vinyl.

The carefully selected fiction and nonfiction at Type Books includes local authors, as well as fun cards and gifts. The art and architecture section has pride of place at the front of the shop, and the extensive children's area is in a bright spot up a few steps at the back.

Bright comfy threads with a European aesthetic and a focus on sustainable production are the focus here. Expect items from French designers Cotelac and Elsa Esturgie, and Turkish-made deconstructed sweaters from Crea Concept. The eye-catching graffiti painting inside makes for a perfect fashion backdrop.

Retail cannabis shops have taken over Toronto, and Dynasty is a rare one that stands out---not just for its sleek and quirky design, but also its focus on the harvest quality of its plants. That's because it grew out of the next-door sister store Dynasty Plant Shop, which carries a similarly well-curated set of products. Expect good vibes, approachable staff, and clothing and accessories.

A tried-and-true spot for cool and cute footwear for any gender, Heel Boy stocks unique styles by well-known brands like Hunter, Ted Baker, Sam Edelman, and Superga, as well as on-trend bags and accessories.

This homegrown womenswear label counts some of Toronto's coolest artists, musicians, and actors among its fans. The tiny flagship shop stocks the latest in Horses' limited-run pieces, all hand-sewn in Toronto. The chic, albeit pricey, modern staples include smoking dresses, stylish jumpsuits, and patterned jackets.

The immaculately restored picks in this upscale consignment shop include familiar names such as Pucci, Hermès, Dior, and Yves Saint Laurent. Gentlemen can head next door to I Miss You Man for vintage Versace button-downs, gently used Acne jackets, and Dior jeans—all in near-mint condition.

Looking for a vintage jacket bearing the logo of your favorite sports team? You'll probably find it at this Parkdale boutique, which stocks retro clothing at reasonable prices. Vintage denim, broken-in concert tees, and even vinyl records are on the shelves. It's a good place to find clothes you won't find anywhere else, with ultra-knowledgeable owners willing to tell you the whole history of the items in great detail.

Tasteful modern design pieces such as Herman Miller lounge chairs, Vipp coffee tables, and Foscarini lamps are just a sampling of the high-end design you'll find here—there's not a knockoff in sight. There are also sleek modern homewares for the kitchen and bathroom as well.

While it's moved its location over the years like a traveling hobbit, this shop is one of Toronto's most beloved comic book providers. Along with thousands of illustrated paperback and hardcover tomes, the Snail has been stocking shelves over the last 45 years with hard-to-find collectibles such as Studio Ghibli figurines, fearsome futuristic model kits of the Gundam and Evangelion variety, and other covetable fandom favorites.

The collection of roughly 30,000 photos focuses on historical and contemporary Canadian photography, with ongoing exhibitions.

For more than 25 years, design gift shop Studio Brillantine has been one of the quirkiest stores in Parkdale. There's a mix of high-end brands and fun collectibles in a wide variety of price points. Highlights include Comme des Garçons wallets, Vivienne Westwood jewelry, Issey Miyake Bao Bao foldable bags, Alessi houseware, and sought-after (and very cute) blind boxes with brands like Japan's Smiskis.

Hardcore bikers, Sunday riders, and fans of leather jackets will love this shop that's jam-packed with motorcycle gear. On top of those stylish biker jackets, there's an impressive selection of helmets, goggles, gloves, and boots, as well as motorcycle-themed posters by local artists and a slew of T-shirts.

Modern and trend-oriented furniture and home decor at this West Queen West spot include the playful furniture designs of Blu Dot, along with space-age sofas from Softline and bold Scandinavian creations from Muuto. 

Want to score a designer label on a dime? Head to this beautifully laid out consignment store. A cult following of style-seekers flock to VSP, where the staff curate a selection of gently worn pieces from Prada, Marni, Victoria Beckham, Gucci, Celine, and other top-shelf brands.

This sleek accessory boutique is the place for trendy offbeat pieces like handbags by local designers Spicy Princess and Opelle, Le Specs sunglasses, stunning handmade jewelry from Canadian indie designers like Jenny Bird and Biko, and Larson & Jennings watches.